AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Modern-day agricultural and forestry practices are more sustainable now than ever. Whether it be planting cover ...
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Rainscaping your landscape can reduce polluted runoff that endangers vulnerable water bodies that are downstream from your property....
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Have you ever noticed the large puddles of water that form on the ground's surface when it rains? When you look later, the puddles have drai...
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With increased urbanization and the use of technology, youth are spending more time indoors. In 2021, this trend remained the same during th...
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Who We Are
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System is the outreach organization for the land grant mission of Auburn University and Alabam...
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Older Americans are one of the fastest-growing demographics in the country. According to the United States Census Bureau, there will be 78 m...
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – One of the world’s largest sources of carbon can likely be found in your backyard. In fact, trees are some of ...
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The mission of the Alabama Extension Aquatic Resources team is to provide relevant, science-based information to help Alabama’s residents ...
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Farmers face numerous challenges when their pastureland is affected by floods.
General Tips
Inventory livestock. Immediately after a f...
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Eastern gray squirrels have a mixed reputation to homeowners. Some enjoy watching squirrels as they scavenge and cache seeds throughout thei...
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2026
Kudzu is a classic example of a plant that was introduced with good intentions but that resulted in bad outcomes. Learn about th...
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Why Do We Measure Forests?
Forestry field measurements are used to assess forests and are the basis for all aspects of forestland managemen...
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